Cefador 500 mg (Capsule)

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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Cefadroxil monohydrate
Company Somatec pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Cefador 125 mg pediatric drop Cefador 125 mg suspension

Indications

Treatment of upper respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and skin & soft tissue infections

Description

Acid-stable and semi-synthetic oral cephalosporin rapidly absorbed after oral administration

Pharmacology

Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins, leading to cell wall assembly arrest and bacterial cell death

Dosage & Administration

  • Adult dosage for different infections
  • Children dosage: 30 mg/kg daily in divided doses every 12 hours
  • May be taken with meals or on an empty stomach

Interaction

No significant drug interaction reported

Contraindications

Contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to Cefadroxil or any of its ingredients

Side Effects

Commonly reported side effects: gastrointestinal disturbances and hypersensitivity phenomena

Pregnancy & Lactation

US FDA pregnancy category B; caution advised during pregnancy and lactation

Precautions & Warnings

May cause pseudomembranous colitis; caution when diarrhea occurs in association with Cefador therapy

Therapeutic Class

First generation Cephalosporins

Storage Conditions

Store in a dry place away from light and heat; keep out of the reach of children

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